Assistant Corporation Counsel/Senior Counsel - Affirmative Litigation

Justia; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Remote Work

Citywide Remote Pilot Program

Job summary

City of New York seeks a Senior Counsel for its Affirmative Litigation Division. The attorney will handle cases from start to finish, prosecute as plaintiff in diverse matters, and deliver strong advocacy in state and federal courts.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, NYS Bar admission, and excellent writing and oral advocacy skills. Remote work options are available after orientation under two approved programs.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Strong problem-solving and initiative as a plaintiff to move cases to resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and oral advocacy skills with experience advising clients, negotiating settlements, and litigating in state and federal courts.
• Prior government experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle caseload from inception to resolution.
• Litigate in state and federal courts and advocate for the City as plaintiff.
• Advise clients, negotiate settlements, and maintain effective client relationships.
• Contribute to public service objectives within the Affirmative Litigation Division.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Legal writing

Client counseling

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Description

The New York City Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for the position of Senior Counsel in the *Affirmative* Litigation Division. The *Affirmative* Litigation Division represents the City as plaintiff in matters that advance public health and safety, address significant policy issues with revenue or programmatic impact, and enforce compliance with the law. Its work spans a broad array of practice areas, including commercial disputes; securities litigation; hazardous product cases; civil racketeering, fraud, and False Claims Act matters; public nuisance and restitution claims; code enforcement and tenant protection; intellectual property litigation; civil rights actions; and administrative, regulatory, constitutional, and other challenges to actions affecting City funding and policy. Attorneys in this role independently handle their caseload from inception to resolution.

This position provides attorneys with opportunities to develop their litigation skills. The role is particularly suited for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, particularly in the plaintiff role.

Salary Information:

• For 0-5 years of legal experience: $87,737-$122,300


• For 5-10 years of legal experience: $122,300-$137,188


• For 10-15 years of legal experience: $137,188-$159,521


• For 15-20 years of legal experience: $159,521-$180,791


• For 20+ years of legal experience: $180,791-$188,235

Candidates with highly specialized experience may qualify for salaries slightly above these ranges when a role requires such expertise or the position is considered hard to fill.

Work From Home Options:

Following orientation, attorneys may elect to participate in one of two remote work programs:

• 1. Flexible Remote Work: Allows limited, irregular work from home days.


• 2. Citywide Pilot Program: Allows attorneys to work remotely on two set days per week, subject to Division approval and staffing needs. Participants must maintain a single designated remote work location, and in person obligations take precedence over scheduled remote days. This pilot is currently being tested across City agencies and is not yet permanent.

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Qualifications

The Affimative Litigation Division is dedicated to providing outstanding legal advocacy. Accordingly, candidates must have a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and be admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar. Candidates should be creative problem-solvers who take initiative as a plaintiff to move cases to resolution. The ideal candidate also will possess excellent interpersonal, writing, and oral advocacy skills with substantial experience advising clients, negotiating settlements, and litigating in state and federal courts. Candidates must possess a commitment to public service; prior government experience is preferred.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.